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Neil Downey

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Neil is an Associate Solicitor and a Team Leader in our Serious Injury Team. He qualified as a Solicitor in 2016 and has worked within our Serious Injury Department since 2012.

Neil represents many clients who have suffered a major trauma and require bespoke support and rehabilitation. Most of Neil’s cases have a value of between £50,000 – £500,000 and he has a wealth of experience in both pre-issue and litigated cases, currently handling a range of Road Traffic Accident, Employer Liability, Public Liability, and Product Defect cases.

Neil and his small team also have experience of dealing with multiple and often complex orthopaedic injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and Fatal Accident cases.

Client Feedback

“Thank you for your letter and the kind sentiments therein. Can I take this opportunity to thank you personally for your support in this matter, which I understand was quite complex.”

“Just wanted to say a big thank you for the help in our case. It’s been a long rocky road for us, but hopefully now we can move on. So a big thank you, coming to see us was really appreciated.”

“Thank you so much for everything you’ve done. You and your team have been a huge help during a difficult time. It has been a pleasure working with you and your team”

Special Interests

Qualifications & Accreditations

  • Bachelor of Law Degree – 2:1
  • Legal Practice Course 2011
  • Qualified Solicitor 2016
  • Associate

Online Presence

You can contact Neil at enquiry@seriouslaw.co.uk

Alternatively you can call on  0330 058 0377

Closed cases

New Opportunities for Motorcyclist Who Suffered Life-Changing Injuries

Our client was out on his motorbike, when the defendant attempted to change lanes, resulting in a collision. He suffered extensive injuries including multiple fractures to the right tibia, bruising and soft tissue injuries to his forearms & right hip, a fracture to the right ankle, and psychological symptoms. He suffered repeated infections of the bone, and failed union of the fractures of the right tibia. He was unable to weight bear and had an external fixator frame applied to the right leg. There is also a lifelong risk of the amputation of his right leg. The client sought to settle his case on a provisional damages’ basis, ensuring he could reopen the case should he undergo the amputation of his right leg. Thanks to Neil’s expertise and dedication, we secured a significant settlement of £319,072.38, and the right to reopen his case to seek further damages in the event of an amputation.    

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£400k settlement secured after motorcycle collision in Manchester

The claimant, a Group Executive Chef, sustained severe injuries including fractures, shoulder and hip injuries, hypersensitivity, PTSD, and reduced testosterone levels, after a motorcycle collision caused by the defendant pulling out into his lane. The extensive injuries required significant medical treatment and resulted in long-term functional limitations, psychological trauma, and multiple scars, affecting both his personal and professional life.

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Anonymised RTA Case

Road traffic accident involving foreign driver and insurer, resulting in our client suffering a long term/degenerative hip injury. Case impacted by fundamental dishonesty allegations against the client. A settlement agreed at JSM £85,000.

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Anonymised RTA Case

Liability disputed RTA, the defendant acquitted on charge of driving without due care and our client found guilty of speeding (over 65mph in 40mph zone). Neil’s client suffered multiple injuries to the knees, pelvis, and ankle, with pre-existing lower back issues. Settlement reached at JSM securing £231,029.

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Anonymised RTA Case

Road Traffic Collision leading to bilateral wrist fractures, and ACL injury to his client previously employed as a heating and plumbing engineer, suffering disability as a result. A settlement reached of £461,000 was secured at JSM.

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Anonymised RTA Case

Fatal accident claim following road traffic collision, under the Law Reform (Misc Provisions) Act 1934, and Fatal Accident Act 1976, Neil secured a settlement of £242,980.00.

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